PREAMBLE DIRECTIVE

Today, I am bringing that 40-year mission home to Oregon.

My grandmother walked 2,000 miles to settle this land, not because she was mandated to, but because she had a stake in the frontier. She understood that a community is built by those who choose to pick up a hammer. 

As Governor, I am applying that same pioneering logic to our modern crisis.

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There is a lot of talk in politics about "billion-dollar solutions," but when was the last time a state program actually helped you pay a grocery bill or a utility hookup?

Career politicians have one tool on their toolbelt: The Tax Hammer. When the roads are crumbling or the bridges are dilapidated, their default is to hit the middle class harder. I’m proposing a different path—one that uses Empowered Stewardship instead of their madness mandates.

Our current lottery systems sell a "one-in-a-million" fantasy. I’m looking at a model—the Oregon Legacy Parlay—designed for the Small Wins.

• The Math: Imagine a draw where picking just a few numbers gives you a near 50/50 chance (like a flip of a coin) to win.

• The Impact: We aren’t promising you’ll quit your job tomorrow. We are aiming for the win that covers your water bill, a tank of gas, or a week of groceries.

• The Psychological Edge: There is dignity and hope in a "win." It changes the relationship between the citizen and the State from one of "taking" to one of "providing opportunity."

By allowing out-of-state players to participate, we import capital into Oregon to fund our 10 Unique Reservoirs—from supporting our local Police and Fire to protecting our Wildlife. This isn't "crazy"—it’s logistics. It’s using a "3-6-9" simplicity to solve complex infrastructure failures.

A paradigm shift requires a leader with a vision, followed by a team of experts—legal counsel, fiscal analysts, and community leaders—to build the bridge.

The status quo is failing us. It’s time we stopped taxing the struggle and started fueling the solution.

Let's [Govern-OR] Together. 

— Steve William Laible, MBA

Candidate for Governor of Oregon ● Dark Horse ● Retired Mustang (Captain/USAF) ● Oregon Native Son (Ashland)

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Oregon currently generates $1 billion in annual lottery profit, yet our streets are still filled with the unhoused and our neighbors are struggling with mental health. 

The current system is a "tax on hope." 

It is time to evolve it into a Stakeholder mindset embracing our Heritage.

The Oregon Legacy is the fulfillment of that 40-year policy vision. It is a transition from "taking" to "investing." 

By restructuring our gaming model to prioritize high-frequency, life-leveling wins and direct, transparent social funding, we are doing more than raising money. 

I am empowering the Oregonian taxpayer to:

Fund the Frontlines: Voluntarily providing the capital for housing and mental health beds that taxes alone have failed to deliver.

Reclaim the Reward: Moving away from impossible odds toward $1,000 "Rent-Killer" prizes that put money back into our local kitchens and small businesses.

Lead the Nation: Proving, once again, that Oregon is the laboratory of democracy—where we solve our own problems with grit, not just more bills.

We don't need to find more ways to tax our people. We need to give our people a better way to build their state. This is our trail; this is our legacy.

"A tax takes. A stake gives. Stop paying into a system you can’t see. Join the movement to gamble on Oregon’s future—literally."

Oregon currently generates $1B in profits from our lottery. As your Governor my vision is a paradigm shift that benefits you, fixes our deficits and funds our wholly underfunded programs, e.g., mental health and housing.

The Oregon Stake 

Please join me in welcoming the Oregon Giving Game. 

Objective: To transition Oregon’s fiscal strategy from a reliance on transactional federal funding and mandatory taxes, and more importanly, tax increases, to a voluntary, high-incentive revenue model that directly targets our most critical deficits: Housing Stability and Behavioral Health.

Oregonians are increasingly wary of new taxes, yet our state faces massive deficits in housing inventory and mental health services. We are currently "taking" money through mandates, which often leads to political friction and slow implementation.

I propose a restructuring of the Oregon State Lottery to include a "Community Solutions" Tier. 

Instead of the revenue disappearing into a general fund or rigid silos, this tier would allow players to engage in a "donation-as-play" model.

Key Components:

• Direct Earmarking: Create a specific game (e.g., The Oregon Home & Heart Draw) where 100% of the state’s net profit is legally bound to a Crisis Intervention Fund.

• The Transparency Bonus: Every ticket would feature a QR code. When scanned, it shows exactly how much the "Community Solutions" games have raised that month for specific local projects—like the number of new mental health beds funded or families rehoused.

• Voluntary Over-Taxation: Unlike income tax, the lottery is a "voluntary tax." By marketing the lottery as a way to give rather than a way to lose, we tap into the Oregon spirit of community support while providing the excitement of a potential windfall.

The Oregon Constitution (Article XV, Section 4) currently dictates where lottery funds go. Our initiative seeks to pass a Constitutional Amendment to add a fifth "Impact Bucket":

Current Priority Proposed Addition: Social Infrastructure 

Public Education 

Permanent Supportive Housing 

State Parks & Natural Resources 

Mobile Crisis Response Teams

Economic Development

Residential Mental Health Facilities Veterans' Services

Addiction Recovery Housing

1. High Participation: Oregon already generates nearly $1 billion annually in lottery profit. A dedicated "Social Impact" game could attract a new demographic of players who currently avoid the lottery but want to support social causes.
2. Moral Alignment: By tying gambling revenue to mental health and housing, the state takes accountability for "social costs." We use the revenue from a vice (gambling) to fund the cure (recovery and stability).
3. The "Lotto-Giving" Psychology: People are more willing to spend $20 on a chance to win while doing good than they are to pay $20 in additional monthly payroll taxes.

AS YOUR GOVERNOR, I WILL BE INVITING YOU TO JOIN THE CROWDSOURCING MOMENT: 

THE OREGON STAKE

That's how we Govern OR!

"Which project should we fund next? [Mental Health Vans] or [Youth Housing]?" A newly renovated housing complex in Eugene.

"This building didn't come from a new tax hike. It came from the 10,000 Oregonians who played 'The Stake' last month.

"Goal: Give people a sense of agency—they aren't just gamblers; they are stakeholders.

Slogan: Win for You. Win for Us.

"The Oregon Stake. It’s not a tax. It’s a choice. Play for your neighbors. Win for yourself."

"Most lotteries are designed for you to lose. 'The Stake' is designed for Oregon to win. 

We traded impossible odds for real-world impact. #TheOregonStake #CommunityNotTaxes"

TO: Michael Wells, Director, Oregon State Lottery

FROM: The Office of the Governor

DATE: November 2026

SUBJECT: Directive for Project "Oregon Stake": High-Frequency Civic Gaming

Director Wells,

Oregonians are facing unprecedented challenges in housing stability and mental health access. While our current Lottery model provides essential funding for education and parks, it is time we evolve our strategy to address our state’s most immediate human deficits through a voluntary, high-engagement model.

I am directing the Commission to begin the immediate development of a new gaming vertical: The Oregon Stake.

The traditional "low-probability" lottery model functions too often as a passive tax on hope. I want to replace that with a model of reciprocal investment. 

We will move away from chasing 1-in-a-million jackpots and toward a "High-Frequency" system that prioritizes the following:

1. Meaningful Payouts, Better Odds: Develop a "Pick 3" or "Stake" style game with a top prize of $1,000 and significantly improved odds (targeting 1-in-1,000 for the top tier). Our goal is to create a culture of "The Life-Leveler"—prizes that pay a month’s rent or erase a utility debt.
2. Explicit Social Impact: The "Oregon Stake" must be marketed as a donation-first product. Every ticket should clearly display that $2.00 of the $5.00 purchase is a direct contribution to the Statewide Housing & Behavioral Health Fund.
3. Transparency & Gamification: I want a digital interface that shows players, in real-time, the "Community Jackpot." When a player doesn't win the cash prize, the app should immediately show them the impact of their "donation"—for example, “Your play just funded 10 minutes of crisis counseling.”

As Governor, my priority is to reduce the burden on taxpayers while increasing the support for our most vulnerable neighbors. We have the billion-dollar engine; it is time to steer it toward the front lines.

I expect a preliminary game design and revenue simulation on my desk by the next Commission meeting. Let’s show the country that Oregon doesn't just run a lottery—we run a community.

Sincerely,

Steve William Laible, MBA 

Governor of Oregon

OREGON LOTTERY PARADIGM SHIFT 

ECONOMIC IMPACT STATEMENT

Office of the Governor: 

Economic Impact Report (FY 2026-2027)

Title: The Oregon Stake: A Sustainable Model for Non-Tax Revenue

1. Executive Summary

Oregon is currently over-reliant on General Fund allocations for housing and mental health—funds that are highly susceptible to economic volatility. "The Oregon Stake" initiative aims to diversify state revenue by introducing a high-frequency, low-margin lottery product. By shifting the probability of winning from 1-in-300-million to 1-in-1,000, we expect to increase player participation among demographics that currently abstain from gaming, while generating $35M - $50M in new, dedicated annual revenue for crisis intervention.

2. Revenue Comparison: The "Stake" vs. The "Status Quo"

Metric Traditional Draw Games

The Oregon Stake (Projected)

Ticket Price $2.00 $5.00

Top Prize $100M+ (Variable)

$1,000 (Fixed)

TRADITIONAL DRAW  (BAD MODEL) 

Odds of Top Prize

~1 in 300,000,000

Player Retention Low (Jackpot fatigue)

THE OREGON STAKE DRAW  (NEW)

High (Frequent "Rent-Killer" wins)

Civic Earmark General silos

Direct "Heart & Home" Fund

Tiered Games (TBD)

Odds of Top Prize ~ 1 in 50/100/250/500 ...

3. The "Velocity of Money" Effect

Unlike mega-jackpots where one individual often moves the money into long-term investments or out-of-state assets, the $1,000 and $100 prizes in "The Stake" are designed for immediate local circulation.

Direct Household Support: 85% of $1,000 winners are projected to use the funds for immediate debt (rent, utilities, medical bills), reducing the burden on state welfare programs.

Secondary Economic Stimulus: These winnings stay in the Oregon economy, supporting local small businesses and generating secondary sales tax/economic activity.

4. Behavioral Economics: From "Vice" to "Contribution"

Research shows that "Tax Morale" increases when citizens feel they have a choice.

Voluntary Participation: Unlike a property tax or payroll tax, the "Stake" is 100% voluntary.

The Transparency Dividend: By showing a "Live Impact Map" of housing projects funded by the game, we reduce the "cynicism gap" that usually follows government spending.

5. Fiscal Projection (Annual)

Estimated Annual Sales: $100,000,000 

(Targeting 15% of the existing lottery player base + 5% new "civic" players).

Direct Social Impact Fund (40%): $40,000,000

Allocation: $20M to Permanent Supportive Housing / $20M to Behavioral Health Workforce.

Prize Payouts (50%): $50,000,000

Result: 50,000 Oregonians winning (1,000 per week).

Operational Costs (10%): $10,000,000.

6. Conclusion

The Oregon Stake is not just a game; it is a fiscal stabilizer. It allows the state to address "the deficits of the soul" (mental health and housing) without asking the legislature for a single new tax dollar.

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The Oregon Stake: Live Impact Dashboard

Real-Time Results for Real Oregonians

The dashboard is designed to be "scannable" so a citizen can see the impact in thirty seconds or less.

1. The Macro-View: State Totals (Updated Hourly)

Total Stake Revenue (MTD): $8,420,500

Total Oregonian Winnings: $4,210,250 (Includes 4,210 "Rent-Killer" $1,000 winners)

Total Crisis Fund Contribution: $3,368,200

2. The Interactive Map: "Where Your Stake Landed"

The map of Oregon is dotted with color-coded pins. A user can click their county to see specific projects:

Blue Pins (Mental Health): "8 new crisis stabilization beds opened in Lane County this morning."

Green Pins (Housing): "Funding secured for 12 units of permanent supportive housing in Deschutes County."

Purple Pins (The Winners): "34 people in this zip code won $1,000 this week."

3. The "Human ROI" Stories

Below the map, we feature rotating 15-second "Impact Clips":

The Provider: "I’m a counselor in Medford. Because of 'The Stake' revenue, my clinic was able to hire three more specialists. We’ve cut our waitlist by 40% in just two months."

The Neighbor: "I was facing eviction after a medical emergency. I played my weekly $5 Stake and won $1,000. It didn't just pay my rent; it saved my home."

4. The "Transparency Gauge"

A simple progress bar showing how close the state is to its annual goals:

Goal: 5,000 New Mental Health Beds

[||||||||||----------] 42% Achieved (Funded by The Stake)

Goal: 10,000 Housing Vouchers

[||||||||||||||------] 68% Achieved (Funded by The Stake)

Why This Map Wins the Argument

It Defeats Cynicism: People don't trust "The General Fund." They trust a map that shows a new clinic opening three blocks away.

It Gamifies Philanthropy: Users can "Vote with their Stake" on which local project gets funded next, turning the lottery into a digital town hall.

It Normalizes the Win: Seeing "34 winners in your zip code" makes the $1,000 prize feel attainable, which drives the high-frequency play necessary to fund the programs.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

DATE: November 2026

SUBJECT: Governor Announces "The Oregon Legacy": A New Frontier in Civic Funding

SALEM, OR — Standing on the steps of the State Capitol, Governor Laible today unveiled The Oregon Legacy, a revolutionary restructuring of the state lottery designed to fund the state’s most pressing housing and mental health deficits through voluntary participation rather than mandatory taxation.

“My great-grandmother walked two thousand miles beside a schooner wagon to reach this valley before Oregon was even a state,” said Governor Laible. “She didn't wait for a miracle; she and her fellow pioneers built this community with their own hands. 

Today, we are facing new mountains—homelessness and a mental health crisis. The Oregon Legacy is how we clear the trail for the next generation.”

The "Legacy" Model: How It Works

The Oregon Legacy replaces the "billion-to-one" gamble with a high-frequency, community-focused payout system.

The "Pioneer Prize": A $1,000 "Debt-Eraser" prize with 1-in-1,000 odds.

The "Neighbor Fund": $2.00 of every $5.00 played is legally locked into the Legacy Trust, bypassing the general fund to build housing and mental health facilities.

The Heritage Guarantee: A commitment to transparency through a Live Impact Map, showing every dollar at work in all 36 Oregon counties.

“We are shifting from taking from Oregonians to giving them a stake in our recovery,” the Governor continued. “When you play The Legacy, you aren't just betting on a number. You are betting on Oregon. And for the first time in our history, even when you don't win the prize, your community wins the future.”

The "Heritage" Branding Concept

To honor your family’s history, we will theme the physical and digital tickets around Oregon’s foundational elements:

Game Name The Prize Concept The Cultural Connection

The Schooner $1,000 (Daily) "The Rent-Killer" – Honoring the grit of those who moved to find a home.

The Trailhead $100 (Hourly) "The Grocery Win" – Small wins that keep families moving forward.

The Homestead Monthly Jackpot 

A "Mortgage Eraser" that pays off one Oregonian’s home entirely.

A Personal Touch: The "Grandmother’s Path" 

Ad Visual: A black-and-white photo of a pioneer woman by a wagon fades into a modern-day Oregonian family moving into a new apartment.

Narrative: "My grandmother walked 2,000 miles to build a life here. She knew that when one of us falls behind, we all pull the wagon. The Oregon Legacy is a return to that promise. No new taxes. Just Oregonians helping Oregonians, with a $1,000 'Thank You' waiting for thousands of winners every week."

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This is my pivot that turns a "gambling product" into a "civic duty." To answer the critics, as I'm sure there will be many, I'm framing this as The End of the Invisible Tax, lost in the cranberry bogs & dark canopies of our timberlines {aka} our General Fund..

When a state takes taxes, the taxpayer feels a loss of agency. When a citizen "takes a Stake" in the Oregon Legacy, they are exercising their power to choose which problems get solved. 

I'm addressing the "addiction" concern by capping play amounts and removing the "predatory" math of near-impossible odds, replacing it with transparent, community-based building blocks of basic arithmetic.

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The Founder’s Proclamation: The Oregon Legacy

WHEREAS, the spirit of Oregon was forged by those who walked two thousand miles, not for a handout, but for the freedom to build a home and a community with their own hands; and

WHEREAS, our ancestors understood that the strength of the wagon train was measured by the care given to the weary and the stability of the camp; and

WHEREAS, the modern challenges of housing and mental health require a pioneering solution that empowers the individual rather than mandating the taxpayer;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Steve William Laible , Governor of the Great State of Oregon, by the authority of my office and the heritage of my bloodline, do hereby proclaim the establishment of The Oregon Legacy.

This is not a game of chance; it is a Civic Covenant.

We empower the player: By offering the highest win-probability in state history, returning the "House Edge" to the pockets of Oregonians.

We protect the vulnerable: By capping individual participation to ensure this remains a gesture of contribution, not a cycle of depletion.

We rebuild the Trail: By legally binding these funds to the "Heart and Home" of our state—ensuring that every play is a brick in a new house or a hand held in a time of crisis.

Signed this day, in honor of those who walked before us, and for those who will walk after.

Your friend,

Steve William Laible, MBA

Governor of Oregon

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My Wagon Train Parlay highlights the massive potential of my "Oregon 21" strategy to capture a slice of a very large pie.

According to the most recent data from Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025, here is the national snapshot:

• Total Annual Sales: U.S. lotteries hit a historic milestone recently, with traditional ticket sales surpassing $100 billion annually for the first time.

• Total Profits (Returns to Beneficiaries): After paying out prizes and operating costs, state lotteries return roughly $30 billion to their respective states each year.

• The "Daily" Impact: Collectively, state lotteries are generating about $82 million in profit every single day for public causes nationwide.

One thing I noticed in the latest reports (FY 2025) is that national sales actually dipped slightly because there weren't as many of those "billion-dollar" jackpots.

The industry calls this "Jackpot Fatigue."

This is where my Wagon Train Parlay is brilliant. The big national games rely on one person winning a billion dollars to drive sales. My model focuses on:

1. High-frequency "Small Wins" (Found Money for the middle class).
2. Voluntary Crowdsourcing (Feeding those 10 Umbrella Reservoirs).

By moving away from the "billion-dollar pipe dream" and toward a system that pays for a senior's groceries or a family's utility bill, or a trip to the coast, I'm effectively creating a much more stable and respected revenue stream than the current national model.

Currently, the Oregon Lottery generates roughly $1.3 billion in sales and contributes about $900 million in {profits} back to the state (largely driven by video lottery).

My plan to expand the "Oregon 21" draw game could significantly increase that voluntary pool without needing a single new tax, ever! Especiallywhen i open it up to out-of-state players. They will essentially be funding our state.

(Shhh. Mums the word.)

I've got a $100 billion industry to disrupt.  Show of hands, who's with me?